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Orange Culture's Adebayo Oke-Lawal Joins Us as Guest Editor 🍊

Published 10 months ago • 1 min read

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Ufa Dania seeks to defy stereotypes in modelling 🤩

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The first plus-size woman to compete in Miss Universe Nigeria, Ufa's remarkable journey highlights the importance of representation in fashion and beauty.
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What do you know about Desirée
Iyama? 🎀

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We had the pleasure of speaking to Desirée Iyama, who shared with us her journey, belief in sustainable fashion, and adaptability in the world of Nigerian fashion.
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Tolu Coker's SS25 collection pays homage to the ‘60s✨

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Premiered at the just-concluded London Fashion Week, Tolu Coker's SS25 collection 'Olapeju' pays a cultural ode to the '60s, celebrating its fearlessness, boldness, and magnificent silhouettes.

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Introducing Orange Culture's Adebayo Oke-Lawal, Guest Editor for our Fashion Issue! 🍊

Fashion serves as a profound tool for personal expression, and as a driver of social change by challenging stereotypes, empowering communities, and showcasing the power of African storytelling through fabric and design.

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Themed ‘Threads of Change: Fashion’s Evolution and Impact.’, our Fashion Issue will showcase the undeniable global impact of African fashion and fashion designers. As Guest Editor, Adebayo Oke-Lawal will champion our call to celebrate Africa’s vibrant fashion industry!

✨ Highlights of the Week ✨

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We've got some takes on red carpet looks from the 76th Emmy Awards

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Alex Melgosa creates Malibu magic in series, 'Statue of a Woman'

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Why bisexuality is not as “un-African” as you may think

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Embrace Temi Otedola's Chic and timeless aesthetic in your fashion

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Nitémi the Label is a fast-rising slow fashion brand out of Lagos, and they’re turning heads one unique silhouette at a time.

Their innovative use of layers, tassels, and fringes gets me every time. Get to know them and a few interesting emerging fashion designers we’re spotlighting! ❤️‍🔥

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